Nationally, the figure remained largely the same in the month to July.
The number of people signing on the live register remained largely unchanged in the month to July.
The figure stands at 171,900 people.
That's just 100 fewer than the previous month, according to figures from the CSO.
In the midlands there are 11,224 people on the Live Register; over 4,100 in Westmeath - 3,546 in Laois and 3,540 in Offaly.
Man Jailed For Nine Years For Midlands Arson Attack Causing €3.5m Worth Of Damage
He was arrested on August 8, 2024, and denied any involvement in the fire.
Midlands Under Hot Weather Advisory
Temperatures could reach the low 30s.
Local Campaigners Lead Objections Against Midlands Cycleway
The project is proposing a cycle way that will cross from Laois into Carlow.
Healthcare Worker On Trial Over Alleged Sexual Assault Of Overdose Patient
The case continues on Wednesday.
Council Rejects Plans For Three Glamping Pods In The Midlands
Roscommon County Council turned down the planning application.
Plans Submitted For New Manufacturing Plant In Westmeath
The project is set for Mullingar.
Westmeath Community Remembers Mary Walker 117 Years After Her Murder
A walk is being held this evening in her memory.
Westmeath Family Escapes Devastating Wildfire In France
10,000 people have been evacuated in Perpignan.
Over €28k Available Through Westmeath Festival & Event Grant
Westmeath County Council opened the second round of applications scheme.
Offaly Road Reopened Following Crash
Motorists were facing long delays on the N52 near Tullamore.
New CAP Plans Could Support Farmer Holidays And Sick Leave
Dairy farmers reportedly only take 19 days off each year.
Midland Shopping Centre Owners Win Appeal Against Modular Café Plan
The plan was described as "visually intrusive."
Midlands Expected To See Highest Heatwave Temps
Temperatures are set to reach the high 20s.
Community Finance Ireland Generating Social Impact Through Third-Sector Lending
A social return of €4.63 for every €1 invested was achieved last year.
Westmeath Community Raising Funds In 'Moving For Michaela' Tribute
Michaela Newcombe lost her life in a road crash in Malaga.
Former Laois Credit Union Transformed Into Artist Hub
Market Sq Studios in Ballinakill bring together local artists.
Laois Community Leaders Welcome Outdoor Pool Funding Boost
Ballinakill outdoor pool has new safety and inclusive equipment.
72 Year Old Man Charged With Wife's Murder In Laois
Eugene Constantin was in Portlaoise District Court this morning.
Illegal Dumping Of Dead Sheep Investigated In Offaly
The animals were abandoned just outside Edenderry.
Midlands Home Prices Continue Upward Trend
Prices rose the most in Westmeath.
